ADVANCED TRAUMA CARE FOR NURSES
Course Objectives :
The objective of this course is to improve the quality of trauma care in the surrounding area and decrease mortality.The ATCN course focuses on how to identify, manage, and transport trauma patients in the pre-hospital environment while using the highest level of care and giving the patient the greatest chance of survival.
• Identify the mechanism of injury
• Recognize life-threatening injuries
• Relate pathophysiology to injuries
• Assess and manage trauma patients
• Perform appropriate interventions
Accreditation
• American College of Surgeons ( ACS)and Society of Trauma Nurses (STN).
Target Audience
• Nurses
Course Duration :
- 2 days , CME ( Continues Medical Education) hours 17.5 hours
Class Audience
The intended audience is individuals who are healthcare providers (in the hospital)
Certification Period :
- 4 Years
ELSTC
The Egyptian Life support Training Center (ELSTC) is an International Training Center.